Lady Day at the Emerson Bar & Grill

Lady Day at Emerson’s Bar and Grill is a moving tribute to Billie Holiday, set in a small South Philadelphia bar in 1959. Written by Lanie Robertson, this play blends Holiday’s iconic jazz music with deeply personal storytelling, offering a glimpse into her struggles, triumphs, and raw emotions. As she performs classics like Strange Fruit and God Bless the Child, she shares anecdotes about her life, creating an intimate and unforgettable experience. This production will warm and break your heart, leaving you humming Holiday’s tunes long after the curtain falls.